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Newspaper
Eureka Sentinel
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1919
Page
3
Eureka readers note arrivals and departures including Tony Siri and Vera Webb teaching posts, Ed Mann and John Stonelake returning from mining districts, and officials like Judge Breen and Deputy Superintendent Comerford visiting Eureka. Promoters Holland and Short inspect mining properties, while an aviator accident marks a perilous national trip.
Just as the Sentinel goes to press two new strikes of high grade shipping ore are officially announced. The paper states there is no time or space to print full details.
Mr. Briggs confidentially discusses Eureka Croesus with Sentinal, praising ore deposits and long term profitability. He cites independent mining officials McFarland Todd and Jackson, calls Eureka a coming great precious metal mining camp, and thanks local officials and citizens for courtesies.
Eureka County surpasses its $400 goal in the Salvation Army drive led by Julius Huebner and Eugene Davis. A dance, refreshments, and ice cream sales raised about $60, bringing the total to $403.50 and prompting thanks from the Elks to all helpers.
The Eureka-Holly Mining Company reports two more shipments of high grade ore awaiting transport to Salt Lake smelters. Ore from the newly found body on the 400 level is widening, with potential large ore bodies. Sinking to 600 feet will continue, enabling a crosscut to the ore and reduced mining costs.
Missionary Rev Alfred C Bridger of the Presbyterian church in Nevada will conduct services at the Presbyterian church in Eureka on Sunday October 12 at 11 a m and 7 30 p m. All are welcome.
Lawrence Kautz and miss Althea Eather wed in a home ceremony hosted by Judge J J Lucey in Eureka on October 8. The groom, a Eureka native, served 19 months overseas and worked in local mines. The bride, Ruby Hill born, recently resigned as deputy in the County Recorder's office.
A very important strike was reported at the Windfall mine once a sensational producer. Assays were only partly complete at writing time, but ore showed silver and gold values over 75 dollars. Full details to follow in the next issue.
In Eureka Nevada on October 9 1919 a daughter was born to the wife of OC E Morse, adding a new member to the Morse household.
POR SALE An L. Smith No 2. LOST On October 1 in a pair of shell rimmed glasses please return to L T Handley. Subscribe for the Sentinel 3 dollars per year.
Workers push to finish gravity tram road fill ore bins and new buildings at Eureka Croesus. A larger main building, new double drum hoist, 160 hp engine, and large compressor planned while existing compressor remains in use. High grade ore strikes reported with shipments expected next week.George Russell Company to install heating and plumbing. four Elko men on site. Eugene Davis and counsel with Miss Foy depart for San Francisco for about ten days.
General Manager of the United States Mining and Smelting Company, C. E. Allen, arrived from Salt Lake City aboard Friday’s train. He is set to brief his successor D. D. Muir Jr. on the district’s mining conditions as they plan for 1000 to 1500 tons of speils to be shipped from the Eureka furnace dumps to Utah smithers, with no new operations announced.
Juan Telleda a 29 year old Spanish Basque was taken into custody early in the week and examined Wednesday, found incompetent, and committed to the State Insane Asylum at Reno. An officer will escort him to Reno, traveling by Friday's train. Telleda came from his homeland about four years ago, sheep herding for various owners and most recently Handley Bros. He arrived in Eureka about two weeks ago, behaved oddly, left town last Sunday, and was detained after insisting on entering a mine shaft.
October 6 1919 meeting notes report bank balance matched auditors figures. Approved last minutes and officer reports. Granted $200 advance for a Las Vegas to Eureka truck trip with receipts vouchers. Revoked Dr Coleman and hired Dr Brennen as County Physician and Health Officer. Kate Pastorino mother’s allowance set at 40 a month until children 15. Auditor's quarterly report presented. Chairman authorized to build suitable county vehicle building. Meeting adjourned.
At the Eureka Croesus Club in the Eureka Croesus building on October 6 the group approved by laws drafted by M. H. Briggs and Miss Miriam Foy. Members thanked Eugene Davia for furniture and A Moore for the deed. Mel Fletcher and Eureka Water Works were praised for free water service. J B Biale donated a large mirror. The dance committee was thanked for organizing the initial party. J E Josey Secretary.
An advertisement notes ravioli with chicken served at The Victoria on Sunday October 12 between 12 m and 6 Pp. m. The Sentinel carries the notice.
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